Traveling Romanian comedian Victor Patrascan will perform in Greece this September!

The international comedian Victor Patrascan is set to bring his unique brand of humor to Greece this autumn. Often referred to as ‘the Comedy Nomad’, Victor is known among his comedy peers for organizing the biggest self-produced tour of Europe and beyond.

With no place to call home, Victor practically lives on the road touring constantly. For the past four years, he performed in about 50 countries, bringing laughter to audiences with his clever observations and engaging storytelling.

Victor will bring 2 entirely different shows to Greece: ‘Failing in Love’ where he will touch on subjects like love, relationships, identity and gender and ‘Stand up Comedy in Broken English’ where Victor sharply skews ideas of nationality, hatred, race, religion and stereotypes.

Victor weaves his unique experience as a vagabond into his performances. Audiences are invited to see themselves reflected in the eyes of a performer who has uprooted himself from his national roots. While he jokes about the stereotypes of every nation he has visited, he also highlights how absurd identity can be. Victor will be performing in multiple cities, promising a unique and thought-provoking experience for comedy lovers and dilettantes alike!

4th September • Stand up Comedy in Broken English • Patras at Act Theater

5th September • Failing in Love • Athens at Arch Live Stage

6th September • Stand up Comedy in Broken English • Athens at Arch Live Stage

7th September • Stand up Comedy in Broken English • Thessaloniki at Theatro Amalia

8th September • Failing in Love • Thessaloniki at Theatro Amalia

All the shows will be performed entirely in English!

Get ready for a night to remember as the legendary Pavlov's Dog takes the stage on September 10 at the iconic Kyttaro Live in the heart of Athens! This beloved venue, known for its cozy atmosphere and vibrant musical legacy, is the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable performance by one of rock's cult favorites.

Prepare to be mesmerized by Pavlov's Dog's unique blend of progressive rock and lush orchestral arrangements, all brought to life by the captivating vocals of David Surkamp. This is your chance to connect with fellow music enthusiasts and immerse yourself in the rich history of a band that has been captivating audiences for decades.

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to experience Pavlov's Dog up close and personal at one of Athens' most cherished live music spots!

Attention all music aficionados! Get ready to dive into the vibrant sounds of the Plisskën Festival, making its much-anticipated return for an exciting autumn edition this September! Set to unfold in mid-September, this festival promises a dynamic lineup featuring a mix of internationally celebrated acts and emerging talents that will keep your spirits high and your feet moving. Experience everything from the mind-bending psych rock of French band Slift to the infectious Latin rumble rock of London’s Los Bitchos, all in the iconic setting of Pireos 260. Whether you’re a longtime festival-goer or a curious newcomer, you won't want to miss this incredible musical event, now in its 14th year!

The festival kicks off on September 13 with a headlining performance by the electrifying Swedish post-punk band Viagra Boys, renowned as one of the most exhilarating bands of our era. They’ll be joined by an impressive array of talent, including Mall Grab, Acid Pauli, and Billy Nomates, alongside the psychedelic power trio Slift. Also gracing the stage will be the unique b2b collaboration of Jacques Greene and Nosaj Thing, plus Bar Italia, Love Remain, Terr, Nekrotsoulithra, and the innovative Kinshasa-based group KOKOKO!

Day two, September 14, promises an equally thrilling lineup with the highly awaited debut of emo-rap sensation Yung Lean. The stage will also be lit up by the lively surf-exotica vibes of Los Bitchos, as well as performances from 2ManyDJs, Casisdead, Nabihah Iqbal, Parra for Cuva, Jennifer Loveless, the Lambrini Girls, Sherelle, Logic1000, and King Kami. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable musical journey!

Embark on a unique theatrical walking tour through the vibrant neighborhood of Kypseli! "Next Stop: Kypseli" returns this September for its fourth season, offering a limited number of immersive experiences. Starting from the Municipal Market of Kypseli, this engaging journey will take you through the rich history and hidden stories of one of Athens' most diverse and lively areas.

Led by theatrical guides Magda Gouberou and Christos Christopoulos, you’ll explore significant events, local legends, and the cultural tapestry that defines Kypseli. From the early 20th century to the present day, this tour brings the past to life with interactive storytelling, surprise stops, and a mix of historical records, personal anecdotes, and urban myths.

Don't miss this chance to rediscover Kypseli in a way you've never experienced before!

Dates & Times:

• Sunday, September 15 | 19:00 & 22:00
• Sunday, September 22 | 19:00 & 22:00
• Sunday, September 29 | 19:00 & 22:00

Duration: 70 minutes
Meeting Point: Municipal Market of Kypseli / Exhibition Entrance on Fokionos Negri
Arrival Time: 18:45 & 21:45
Ticket Prices: €7 (General) | €5 (Reduced for unemployed, students, persons with disabilities, and seniors 65+)

 

On Monday, September 16th, the Athens English Comedy Club bids summer farewell with a stand-up comedy show on the coolest (in more ways than one) rooftops of Athens; at the Anesis open-air cinema in Ampelokipoi.  

In the last 4 and a half years, the Athens English Comedy Club has hosted lineup shows, open mic shows, online competitions, and comedy workshops, with *120* local and international comedians from *28 countries*. 

With:

Headliner: Dimitri Doukoglou

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Date: Monday, September 16th

Time: 20:30 (Doors open 20:00)

Tickets: €10 early-bird | €15 General admission | €20 at the box-office

We also offer 3 free tickets per show to persons with disabilities or unemployed persons (Reservation required via phone at 6987994689 or email at athensenglishcomedyclub@gmail.com).

Duration: 80mins + interval

Recommended for ages 16+

Address: ANESIS open-air cinema, Kifissias Avenue 14 (nearest Ampelokipoi metro)  

The cinema is wheelchair accessible.

A comic tragedy about war in Europe today.

Limited Offer: 20 Tickets at €5 available at Box Office, Arrival by 19:00

 

Theatre of the No, Athens' premier English theatre, presents «Caligula 2.0», a darkly comic tragedy, written and directed by acclaimed Norwegian playwright Rolf Alme. This thought- provoking play delves into the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, offering a fresh perspective through the lens of history and myth. As part of an international tour, this performance from Norway will , will be performed in Athens for a limited engagement on September 17th, 18th, and 19th, followed by a performance in Heraklion.



Featuring an international cast from Ukraine, Poland, Australia, and Norway, Rolf Alme's latest play brings the historical figure of Caligula into the 21st century, reflecting on the current global landscape, while emphasizing universal themes of power, greed, and the inevitable downfall of tyrants.

«Caligula 2.0» unfolds the story of a society built on fear and surveillance, where the emperor's totalitarian system is slowly disintegrating due to endless wars and international sanctions. As the play progresses, audiences are transported to the second year—or perhaps the twentieth—of Caligula's rule. The emperor, bored and restless, seeks to secure his place in history as the greatest tyrant the world has ever known. Despite his total control over a rich continent, an array of mistresses who fear him, and the possession of over 700 cars (which haven't been invented yet), Caligula finds himself unfulfilled.



In a desperate bid to distract himself, Caligula launches a special imperial operation to conquer a neighboring country, with the full support of a creative and eager propaganda machine. Meanwhile, corrupt oligarchs nervously applaud from the sidelines, and army generals watch their backs in fear of betrayal. As the empire runs out of food and cannon fodder, the question remains: will Caligula maintain his grip on power, or is he destined to face his final sunset with only his favorite horse, and newly appointed senator, Incitatus, for company?



Open Discussion

After the performance, THEATRE OF THE NO invites the audience to engage in an open discussion about the play with the cast.

CAST

Director and writer: Rolf Alme
Music: Christian Hestø
Cast: Piotr Misztela (Poland), Elisabeth Dahl, Christian Hestø (Norway), Tyrone Douglas (Australia) and Anna Darmoriz (Ukraine).
Running time: 90 minutes, no interval
Production: Dahl/Hestø Productions
Funded by: Fritt Ord and Fond for utøvende kunstnere
Communication & Public Relations: Eleftheria Sakareli

PERFORMANCES DATES:

Τuesday 17th , Wednesday 18th , Thursday 19th September at 20:00
Duration: 90 minutes

(Special Offer: 20 tickets available for €5 at the box office. Arrive by 19:00)

 

"I don't love her. We're getting married in two months. That's how it is."

THEATRE OF THE NO, Athens' first English-language theatre, presents the dark comedy "Bachelors and Bachelorettes" by renowned playwright, director, and writer Hanoch Levin under the direction of Vassiliou Vassia. The show premieres on Friday, September 20, and will run until October 28.

This witty, dark, and delightfully twisted comedy boldly exposes the absurdity of human nature through our desperate need to avoid loneliness, posing essential and thought- provoking questions: Is companionship a real need or just a fear of being alone? Does love truly matter in a relationship? Is intimacy an inner necessity or merely a way to overcome insecurities?

Z is about to marry F, whom he firmly declares to the audience he does not love. F leaves Z and connects with X, who was involved with M, who is now with O. O knows about M’s past with X and later with Z, but insists on staying with her. Z leaves M and briefly returns to F, but F goes back to X, and Z returns to M, all while O remains present. And thus, the labyrinth of desires, fears, and insecurities never ends.

Director's Note

My introduction to Hanoch Levin’s work is relatively recent, yet it has been an eye-opening and promising experience. A brilliant writer doesn’t need to tackle something complex or grand to draw us into his world. Levin writes simply about loneliness. His characters are impulsive, insecure, and instinctive, surrendering unconditionally to their fleeting desires, which they label as love. In truth, the concepts of love, connection, intimacy, and communication are absent from the play. Bold physical unions are followed by utter boredom and disappointment, and this cycle seems to have no end.

The play underscores the ridiculousness of human nature’s attempts to obtain what it believes is essential. This ignorance of our absurdity proves that the world is inhabited by children trapped in adult bodies. We are creatures of habit, desire, passion, need, fear, and insecurity. The continuous external and internal conflicts caused by daily experiences constantly bring to the forefront the complexity of human beings who struggle to fit within the narrow social boundaries and the intricate rules of their time.

What do Z, F, X, M, and O really want? To be happy. In short, the most difficult thing. Does happiness simply depend on our choices? Perhaps the broader concept of happiness doesn't meet the conditions of our personal happiness.

PRODUCTION DETAILS

Director, Movement Supervision, Set & Lighting Design, Art Direction: Vasia Vassileiou
Assistant Director: Efsta Sachla
Cast: Anestis Ischnopoulos, Katerina Klavdianou, George Housakos, Georgia Griva, Adamantios Tirel
Original Music: Philippos Peristeris
Photography/Video: Nikos Pagonakis
Assistant Producer: Giannis Tsoukas
Assistant Set Designer: Maviana Margoudh
Mask Creation: Vasilis Lagas
Poster: Marilena Girlemi
Communications Manager: Eleftheria Sakareli
Production: Fail Better Productions

PERFORMANCE DATES

September 20th – October 28th
Every Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday at 8:00 PM
Duration: 85 minutes 

 The Athens City Festival, hosted by the City of Athens, invites everyone to celebrate World Car-Free Day with a unique twist! From 8 p.m. on Saturday, September 21, until 8 p.m. the following day, Athinas Street – one of the city’s bustling commercial hubs – will be transformed into a pedestrian-friendly festival zone. For a full 24 hours, cars will be absent, and the streets will come alive with vibrant activities, creating the perfect space for you to explore and enjoy. But that’s only the beginning!

A jam-packed schedule awaits, offering something for everyone. Whether you’re into skateboarding, cycling, live concerts, DJ sets, film screenings, or even sunrise storytelling, there’s no shortage of fun! The festivities will run almost continuously, with a brief pause in the early hours of Sunday, promising an exciting experience for all ages. From Ermou Street to Evripidou Street, Athinas will be buzzing with activities – so don’t forget to plan your day accordingly

Rolling on Mitropoleos Street: A giant wheel parade in Athens, 8-9:30 p.m. (Syntagma Square)

Agia Fanfara: A lively music parade through Monastiraki and the hidden corners of Athinas, 8-9:30 p.m.

Skate Jam on Athinas Street: Skateboarders, take over the street! 8:30-9:30 p.m.

Athinas Street Party by Enteka Athens: A street party like no other, 9-11:30 p.m.

Midnight Cinema: Classic film screenings with Athens International Film Festival, City Lights (12-1:30 a.m.), Wings of Desire (1:45-4 a.m.)

Sunrise Storytelling: Magical tales to greet the dawn with Taxiarchis Beligiannis, 4-5:30 a.m.

Nonstop DJ Sets: From 10 a.m. to 4 a.m. and again at 5-6 p.m.

Skating for Beginners: Free lessons all day, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Classical Concert: With De Profundis Ensemble, 10-11:30 a.m.

Skate, Roller, and Scooter Lessons: 10:30-11:30 a.m., 1-2:30 p.m., 4-5:30 p.m.
Storytelling with Music: Narrations and live music, 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Athinas Street Guided Tour: Dive into local history with expert Artemis Skoumpourdi, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Face Painting Fun: All day long, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Bike Art: Get creative with bike painting for all ages, sessions throughout the day.

Traffic Safety Workshops: Learn the ropes of road safety, 11 a.m.-3:45 p.m.

Walker Race: A balance bike race for young kids and their parents, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

No-Car Adventure: Join a fun-filled urban quest, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Bike Workshops: Covering everything from riding safely to choosing accessories, held throughout the day.

Urban Cyclist Time Trial: Test your cycling skills in a city race, 12-1 p.m.

Dinoverse Show: A fun-filled exploration of dinosaurs, 12-3 p.m.

Kids Radio Banda Band Live Performance: 4-5 p.m.

Slow Bike Race: Test your slow-riding skills, 5:30-6 p.m.

Locomondo Live Show: Wrap up the festival with a live performance from the popular band Locomondo, 6-8 p.m.

From October 11th to 13th, at the Old OSY Depot in Gazi, sneaker enthusiasts will experience an extraordinary event combining shopping, music, food, street art, and everything that makes sneaker culture so unique.

Sneakerness Festival is Europe’s largest streetwear celebration, bringing together sneaker culture fanatics for an event where they can express their passion. Having made its mark in major European cities like Zurich, Amsterdam, Milan, Budapest, and London, this fashion festival is now embracing the global sneaker phenomenon in all its diverse forms.

But Sneakerness is more than just an event – it’s a worldwide movement uniting sneakerheads (dedicated sneaker collectors and enthusiasts). With over a decade of history, Sneakerness has become the ultimate hub for everything related to sneakers and the culture surrounding them. From rare vintage finds to the latest drops, this is where passion meets fashion.

From October 11th to 13th at the Old Depot in Gazi, over 4,000 square meters will showcase top brands from across Europe, as well as unique collectors and sneaker fans. Visitors will get the chance to meet, admire, buy, and sell products in an immersive 360° experience featuring limited-edition models, rare pieces, and exclusive competitions.

But Sneakerness Athens is much more than a marketplace – it’s a platform that celebrates everything related to street culture. Expect artistic performances, exclusive releases, brand showcases, workshops, panel discussions, DJ sets, live concerts, street food and cocktail courts, gaming stations, tattoo and graffiti corners, and the finest streetwear brands and merch. For sports lovers, basketball – a core element of sneaker culture – will be front and center, with exciting activities in collaboration with top streetwear brands.

Join us for a one-of-a-kind event that brings together the best of sneaker culture and streetwear in the heart of Athens!

Elena Gabrielle, an Australian born European based comedian, appeals to sold out audiences across the globe with her witty, no-holds barred approach to stand-up comedy which has seen her go viral with 40 million plus views on YouTube to date.

After touring non-stop for 3 years with "Story Party Tour" (which saw her perform over 700 shows in that time in 65 countries), sold-out runs with her 2 solo tours "DIRRTY"in 2021/22 and “Addickted” in 2023, and opening for US comedian and Netflix star Iliza Schlesinger, Elena is now back on tour in 2024 with her new show "OK!?".

The show follows Elena as she navigates the loss of someone special and embarks on an Eat Pray Love style adventure to try and heal her broken heart. Along the way, Elena indulges in all of the white girl shit she can handle, from yoga retreats to meditating on crystals, all in the name of self-discovery and healing.

"OK!?" is the perfect blend of comedy, heart, and soul-searching, all brought to life by Elena's unique brand of humour and infectious personality. So come along for the ride, a reminder that even in our darkest moments, there's always a reason to laugh.

Join us on October 12th and help Elena answer one simple question: Are we OK!?

Founded in 2019, the Athens English Comedy Club is the first, and only, purely English comedy club in Greece - bringing you local and international comedians, right in the heart of Athens!

In the last 4 years, the Athens English Comedy Club has hosted lineup shows, open mic shows, online competitions, and comedy workshops, with *120* local and international comedians from *24 countries*, and counting!

Opening acts: Athina Kefalopoulos, Kinthia

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Date: Saturday, October 12th
Time: 21:00 (Doors open 20:40)

Tickets:
€15 early-bird
€20 general admission

Duration: 1h15 + interval